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The Purple Leaf Project – Tree of Hope
This Christmas, we invite you to be part of the Purple Leaf Project – a “Tree of Hope” at Worcester Cathedral where hand-decorated purple leaves carry messages of encouragement and support. Each leaf helps fund vital early-intervention counselling and education for children and families affected by sexual abuse
The Survivor Pathway
West Mercia Support Services At WMRSASC, our aim is always to reduce barriers, increase clarity, and ensure survivors can find help when they need it most. That’s why we’re proud to support and amplify the West Mercia Survivor Pathway - a...
Calling It Out
What starts as a frustrating moment in traffic — watching a fellow dog owner fail to pick up after their Labrador — leads to a bigger reflection on fairness, justice, and why the belief that “life is fair” can do more harm than good. In this piece,...
A Recurring Dream
I dream of searching for my mum, only to remember she died years ago. That wave of grief reminds me how loss surfaces when life slows down. Our CEO reflects how for many survivors, that grief is even more complicated – mourning not just a parent, but the safe childhood they never had…
It’s Never Too Late To Get Support
Jocelyn Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Image: WMRSASC)Latest from West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre It’s never too late to get support Often, when we talk about sexual violence,...
More Than An Annual Report
Jocelyn Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Image: WMRSASC)Latest from West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre One of the peculiarities of running a charity is the legal requirement to...
Adolescence: ‘Netflix show in schools not the answer’
Jocelyn Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support CentreTHE recent Netflix show Adolescence has prompted much discussion around misogyny among school age boys. The creators have been to Downing Street to discuss...
Local Government Support for Survivors
Jocelyn Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Image: WMRSASC)At the end of last month, the list of people vying to become our local councillors was released. There are currently 57 who are elected...
International Women’s Day 2025
Jocelyn Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Image: WMRSASC)INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day is an annual event which has been running since 1911. It is about celebrating women’s achievements and moving...
Sexual Violence on TV
WMRSASC Worcester News column Have you ever noticed how much sexual violence is on television?Jocelyn Anderson, chief executive officer of West Mercia Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Image: WMRSASC)Have you ever noticed how much sexual...